Hermès Eau d’Orange Verte Eau de Cologne feels like walking through an orange grove at first light, where peels are crushed underfoot and mint leaves are rubbed between fingers. A vivid citrus burst opens the scene, quickly meeting a cool green shimmer and a soft woody moss effect that gives texture and calm. The result is crisp, elegant, and endlessly refreshing for everyday wear.
Launch and Perfumer
Originally launched in 1979 by Françoise Caron, later reinterpreted in 2009 by Jean Claude Ellena for the Hermès Colognes collection.
Olfactory Notes
Notes: Orange, Lemon, Mandarin orange, Mint, Blackcurrant bud, Oakmoss, Patchouli.
Story and Positioning
A founding chapter of the Hermès Colognes, Eau d’Orange Verte captures the whole tree from zesty fruit to green leaves over a mossy trail, a minimal yet luxurious take on the classic cologne idea. If you enjoy polished green citrus with herbal lift, this sits in that timeless lane and pairs naturally with later entries like Eau de Pamplemousse Rose and Eau de Néroli Doré. The line also includes the deeper Concentré d’Orange Verte from 2004 for those who want more weight. The very first Hermès cologne was created by Françoise Caron in 1979. It was initially called Eau de cologne Hermès, before being renamed Eau d'orange verte in 1997. Now iconic, it stands out for its vivid green freshness.
Bottle and Design
The iconic Hermès lantern bottle appears in deep green glass with rounded shoulders and a glossy dark cap. On the orange box, a contrasting band echoes the bottle color, creating instant recognition and strong shelf presence.
Country of Origin: France.
Manufacturer: Comptoir Nouveau de la Parfumerie, trading as Hermès Parfums SA.
Address: 24 Rue Du Faubourg Saint Honore, Paris, Ile-de-France, 75008, France.
Country of Manufacture: France.
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